Evening Transport Planner – Route & Driver Scheduling

Pertemps Logistic Contracts; Leigh; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Logistic Contracts in Leigh is seeking a transport planner to coordinate shift resources, confirm driver start times, and manage driver hours to meet customer demands. The role requires ensuring accurate planning, monitoring vehicle utilisation, and maintaining clear cross-functional communication.

The position operates Monday to Friday, 2pm–10pm, with a salary of £37,000 and an hourly rate of £17.74, and offers a temporary-to-permanent pathway.

Responsibilities

• Check resource availability for the shift by reviewing the daily Manning levels
• Confirm driver start times for next day and update the system
• Manage drivers hours in relation to customer requirements and volumes
• Monitor and report WTD issues to the Operations team
• Ensure correct equipment is planned and trailer movements are tracked
• Review vehicle utilisation and highlight inefficiencies to Line Management
• Maintain effective two-way communication between Operations and Customer Services to address issues
• Monitor reports on driving practices and escalate where required
• Assist with Despatch and Debrief as directed by on shift management
• Investigate late or failed deliveries to provide root cause information to Contract Manager
• Update required reports/spreadsheets daily
• Complete end-of-shift checks and ensure shift handover is clear and controlled
• The shift pattern is Monday-Friday, 2pm-10pm

Job description

Pertemps Logistic Contracts in Leigh is seeking a transport planner to coordinate shift resources, confirm driver start times, and manage driver hours to meet customer demands. The role requires ensuring accurate planning, monitoring vehicle utilisation, and maintaining clear cross-functional communication.

The position operates Monday to Friday, 2pm–10pm, with a salary of £37,000 and an hourly rate of £17.74, and offers a temporary-to-permanent pathway.